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coin
Object Type
coin
Museum number
2016,4002.11
Denomination
pound
, 2
Description
Bi-metallic coin with a nickel-brass outer legend, cupronickel central field and an inscribed edge, commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the London Underground.
(whole)
Crowned head of Queen Elizabeth II facing right with initials underneath the neck.
(obverse)
London underground Roundel logo with the dates above and below it.
(reverse)
Producer name
Made by:
Royal Mint
Authority
Ruler:
HM Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom
Production date
2013
Production place
Minted in:
Llantrisant
Materials
nickel-brass
cupronickel
Dimensions
Diameter:
28 millimetres
Weight:
12.13 grammes
$Inscriptions
Location
Not on display
Subjects
king/queen
underground railway/station
Associated names
Named in inscription & portrayed:
HM Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom
Emblem of:
London Underground
Associated events
Commemoration of:
150th anniversay of the London Underground
(1863-2013)
Acquisition name
Donated by:
Royal Mint
Department
Money and Medals
Registration number
2016,4002.11